Executive jobs in South Africa

Job Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Application Deadline: March 02, 2026

• The Executive Assistant is a seasoned role and has the primary responsibility to provide administrative support to Chief Executives and Senior Executive Vice Presidents within the organization.
• This role requires in-depth knowledge of company operations, policies, and procedures and handles details of a highly confidential and critical nature.
• This role collects and prepares information for the Executive to use in discussions/meetings with other Executives / Senior Leadership within the organization and may at times also be required to make high-level contacts of a sensitive nature inside and outside of the organization.
• The Executive Assistant works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors and typically works to resolve and assess a wide range of issues in creative ways.

• Schedules and manages the Executive level appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements.
• Coordinates and prioritizes Executive’s daily schedule, ensuring they are well-prepared for each engagement.
• Serves as a gatekeeper for phone calls and visitors, screening and directing them as needed.
• Prepares and edits documents, reports, and presentations on behalf of Executive.
• Maintains organized and easily accessible digital and physical files.
• Creates detailed itineraries and ensures all travel logistics are smooth.
• May be required to take meeting minutes and follow up on action items.
• Tracks and manages expenses, including preparing and submitting expense reports on behalf of the Executive.
• Assists in managing special projects, conducting research, and providing administrative support for various initiatives.
• Interfaces with internal and external stakeholders, including clients, employees, and other executives on behalf of the Executive.
• Maintains strict confidentiality regarding sensitive information and conversations.
• Organizes and coordinates events, conferences, or team-building activities as needed.
• May provide personal assistance, such as managing personal appointments or handling personal errands, as requested by the Executive.
• Performs any other related tasks as required.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are crucial for conveying information, managing correspondence, and liaising with internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a demonstrated proactive approach to work and a good understanding of the strategic objectives of the global business.
• Ability to efficiently manage own time and that of the executive's time to ensure all commitments are met and deadlines are upheld is critical.
• Strong organizational skills are a must for managing the executive's schedule, coordinating meetings, and handling logistics.
• Ability to display the required level of confidentiality, discretion and professionalism when dealing with sensitive information.
• Ability to handle unexpected issues and finding creative solutions.
• Ability to prioritize and coordinate initiatives, events or activities.
• High attention to detail is important, especially when dealing with scheduling, document preparation, and record-keeping.
• Strong project management skills are important to manage any special initiatives or handle complex tasks effectively.

• A bachelor's degree is preferred, such as a degree in business, management, or a related field can be particularly advantageous or related equivalent level of experience.

• Seasoned demonstrated experience gained within a similar role, preferably within a global organization.
• Seasoned experience supporting Executive level leadership within a global organization.
• Seasoned experience dealing with highly sensitive and confidential information.